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Josephine McAleese Obituary

McALEESE, JOSEPHINE, (VERSAGGI), 90 - of Rio Grande, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2008 at home surrounded by her family. Josephine was a much loved person who always put others before herself. She loved to knit and play bingo. She was an active member of the Villas Civic Club and the Villas Golden Agers. Josephine was pre-deceased by her husband Bernard A. McAleese and her daughter Patricia Lindsay. She is survived by her son, Bernie McAleese of Ocean City, MD, grandchildren Raymond (Judy) Bickel of Del Haven, Michelle Denhardt of Del Haven, Cheri (Paul) McNatt of Delaware, Donna McAleese of Maryland, numerous great grandchildren, one great-great-granddaughter, and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her sister Catherine DiSylvester of Wildwood and brother Ross Versaggi of North Wildwood. Josephine will be especially missed by her great-grandson Robert Bickel. At the request of Mrs. McAleese, services will be private.

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City on Sep. 5, 2008.

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Donna (Versaggi) Nash

September 8, 2008

Dear Bernie and family,
SO many memories of my childhood and grown-up years include your Mom. Her sense of humor and generosity were true gifts. Her hard-work at Bennie's was appreciated by so many of us who enjoyed her crab cakes (I'm still waiting for her to give me the recipe!!) and honey-dipped chicken. I still remember how swollen and sore her thumbs looked from peeling all those shrimp. Her kindness continued on even though she was tied to her oxygen tank. I was able to visit her on my last trip to NJ, and she was still knitting baby hats! I was honored to be there with her as she finished that last one. Aunt Jo was my Godmother and always made me and my family feel treasured and special, even though we were three thousand miles away. She will be missed, but she will always remain in our hearts. I imagine heaven will be just a little bit more lively with her arrival! Our thoughts and prayers are with you! May God's loving arms embrace your entire family and may His love and comfort fill the emptiness in your hearts.
Love, Donna (Versaggi) and Bill Nash, and Billy, Chelsea, Tim and Shawn

Chuck Versaggi

September 8, 2008

Cousin Bernie,

My deepest sympathies to you on your mother's passing. My best memories of Aunt Jo were when as kids we visited dad's cafe to have her pasta and crabs. No matter how busy she was in that kitchen, she always had the time to come out and joke around with us. A very special woman - a true one-of-a-kind. Take comfort that she's in good company and dancing with the angels.

Kim Rubio

September 8, 2008

To Ray and Family,
I'm very sorry for the loss of your grandmother, I will always remember her kindess and her wit throughout the years, she always made be feel welcome, seeing her at Shoprite I'd always smile and think to myself that is one tough spunky woman! She'll be missed.

Nina Versaggi

September 8, 2008

Dear Bernie and Family,
I was so sorry to hear that Aunt Jo had died. She was a special person who always thought of others first. I admired her courage and always looked forward to her visits - she was the life of the party! She made the best crab cakes, cheese steaks and honey-dipped chicken at Bennie's Cafe. Thank you Aunt Jo for all the fond memories!

Joanne Hyson Erkert

September 6, 2008

Dear Bernie & Family,
Please know our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time. I miss Aunt Jo more than you can know. I have great memories of all of us, my Mom, Pat, & me jumping into her car for an adventure. As you may remember, we called her the globe trotter. She was an original, a free spirit, my second mother. May she rest in peace.
Love,
Joanne & Jack

LaFaye Cappachione-Grosse

September 5, 2008

Dear Bernie & Family,

I was sorry to learn of your mother's passing. She was a special lady and will be missed by her family & friends. I used to love to visit your house, as a child, because your mother was always so nice to us.
I'll keep her in my prayers,
Faye

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